Tamagawa Academy (K-12)
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 6.87K–9.16K
JPY 1.09M–1.45M · 2026 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
Tamagawa Academy (K-12) is part of the Tamagawa Academy & University group in Machida, Tokyo. It began as an elementary education organisation in 1929, added a secondary division later, and runs education from kindergarten to graduate level on one campus. It offers IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes and is a Round Square member.
Key facts
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Curriculum
IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 12–18
Type
Local school, international programme
Fee level
- Founded
- 1929
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| 1年生 | JPY 1,088,250≈ USD 6.87K |
| 2年生 | JPY 1,451,000≈ USD 9.16K |
| 3年生 | JPY 1,451,000≈ USD 9.16K |
| 4年生 | JPY 1,451,000≈ USD 9.16K |
| 5年生 | JPY 1,451,000≈ USD 9.16K |
| 6年生（IBクラス） | JPY 1,451,000≈ USD 9.16K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| 1年生 | JPY 1,088,250 (about USD 6.87K) |
| 2年生 | JPY 1,451,000 (about USD 9.16K) |
| 3年生 | JPY 1,451,000 (about USD 9.16K) |
| 4年生 | JPY 1,451,000 (about USD 9.16K) |
| 5年生 | JPY 1,451,000 (about USD 9.16K) |
| 6年生（IBクラス） | JPY 1,451,000 (about USD 9.16K) |
Source: school website (tamagawa.jp) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- JPY 362,750
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Languages
- Service
- Outdoor education
- STEM
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Library
- Sports field
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一条校: a school under Article 1 of the School Education Law; diplomas carry full Japanese school-system eligibility (transfer, high-school and university entrance).
Academics
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Curriculum
Authorised to offer the IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
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Wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
The on-campus health care centre provides medical care, health maintenance and psychological counselling, with a focus on prevention.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
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History
Founded in 1929 as an elementary education body, with a secondary division added later. The university received establishment approval in 1947.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Member of Round Square with exchange programmes with about 240 schools. Emphasises global education and community service.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
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Facilities overview
Beyond the main Tokyo campus, the school uses farms and forests in Hokkaido, Kagoshima, Hakone and a campus in Nanaimo, Canada.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
The Library and Multimedia Resource Center has study cubicles, carrels, learning commons and about 960,000 books. A Museum of Education is also listed.
- Library and Multimedia Resource Center
- Learning commons
- Museum of Education
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
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Arts and creative
The annual calendar includes music festivals and an art exhibition.
- Music Festival
- Art Exhibition
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
The annual calendar includes ski school, winter judo and kendo training, and sports festivals.
- Ski School
- Judo
- Kendo
- Sports Festival
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
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Accreditations
Became an accredited IB World School in March 2009. Member of Round Square. The university holds JUAA accreditation for 2026 to 2033.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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